Chabot College
Fall 2010
Course Outline for Chemistry 30B
INTRODUCTORY AND APPLIED CHEMISTRY II
Catalog Description:
30B - Introductory and Applied Chemistry II
4 units
Continuation of Chemistry 30A with emphasis on organic and biochemical concepts related to human
physiological systems. Prerequisite: Chemistry 30A (completed with a grade of "C" or higher).
3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
[Typical contact hours: lecture 52.5, laboratory 52.5]
Prerequisite Skills:
Before entering the course the student should be able to:
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make unit conversions in the metric system;
describe the structure of the atom in terms of protons, neutrons and electrons;
write electron configurations using the periodic table;
perform calculations using the mole concept;
identify properties of states of matter;
use standard nomenclatures;
write balanced equations for chemical reactions including those in aqueous solution
and those involving elementary oxidation-reduction;
describe gas laws qualitatively and quantitatively;
define concentration units of solutions and use these definitions in problem solving;
describe properties of solutions;
identify and describe effects of intermolecular forces;
interpret reactions according to acid-base theory;
use the pH scale to compare acidity;
write balanced net and total ionic equations;
use Le Chatelier's principle to predict the qualitative effects of changes in concentration,
temperature and pH on an equilibrium;
describe factors affecting the rates of reactions;
describe types of nuclear radiation, isotopes and their half-life, nuclear reactions, units, and
medical/industrial uses;
perform laboratory experiments in an efficient, safe and purposeful manner;
collect and analyze scientific data;
use an electronic balance and various pieces of volumetric glassware;
record laboratory observations in a useful, detailed manner;
perform a titration.
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:
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distinguish between properties of organic compounds and those of inorganic compounds;
describe the physical and chemical properties for organic functional groups;
name simple organic compounds with the IUPAC system or with common names;
describe the structure and properties of carbohydrates, lipids; proteins; enzymes, vitamins, and
nucleic acids
5. interpret the reactions involved in the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins;
6. apply basic biochemical knowledge to problems in health including disease and nutrition;
7. perform laboratory experiments in an efficient, safe and purposeful manner.
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Course Outline for Chemistry 30B, page 2
Fall 2010
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Functional Groups (Hydrocarbons, alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids,
esters, amines and amides)
a. structure
b. simple nomenclature
c. physical and chemical properties
d. application to biochemical systems
Carbohydrates (monosaccharides, disaccharides and polysaccharides)
a. structure and formation
b. physical and chemical properties
Lipids (waxes, triacylglycerols, phospholipids, steroids, terpenes)
a. structure
b. formation of waxes, triacylglycerols and phospholipids
c. physical properties
d. biological function
Proteins
a. structure, properties and naming of amino acids
b. formation of dipeptides and proteins
c. levels of structure of proteins
d. physical and chemical properties
e. classification of proteins
Vitamins
a. simple structures
b. classification
c. biological function
Enzymes
a. structure, naming and classifications
b. theories of enzyme activity
c. factors that effect enzyme activity
Hormones (glucagons, insulin, epinephrine)
a. biological function and control
Metabolism of carbohydrates
a. glycolysis
b. citric acid cycle
c. electron transport chain
Metabolism of lipids
a. fatty acid cycle
b. transport of lipids
c. correlation with disease
Metabolism of proteins
a. deamination
b. transamination
c. uric acid cycle
Nucleic acids
Fluids and electrolytes
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Safety in the laboratory
Molecular modeling
Syntheses of various compounds, including aspirin, soap, etc.
Chromatography
Qualitative analysis of functional groups
Direct observation of physical and chemical properties of functional groups
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Course Outline for Chemistry 30B, page 3
Fall 2010
Methods of Presentation:
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Informal lecture with student questions encouraged
Audio-visual materials, which may include any of the following
a. molecular models
b. periodic tables
c. films
d. transparencies
e. computer simulations
f. PowerPoint presentations
3. Demonstrations of chemical reactions and related phenomena
4. Laboratory experimentation, including individual and group work
Assignment and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
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Typical Assignments
a. Reading
1) Read textbook chapter on alkenes
2) Be prepared to name simple structures and predict products for addition reactions
b. Laboratory
1) Investigate reactivities of known functional groups and apply to qualitative analysis
scheme for an unknown
2) Synthesize aspirin and analyze your product for percent yield and purity.
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Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
a. Homework
b. Quizzes
c. A minimum of 10 written laboratory reports based on departmentally approved
experiments and graded on criteria that may include the following
1) Completeness of data collected
2) Quality of data collected
3) Computational precision and accuracy
4) Proper use of symbolic notation
5) Quality of analysis of scientific principles explored
6) Quality of narrative explanations and reasoning
d. Examinations
e. Final examination
Textbook(s) Typical:
Introduction to General, Organic and Biochemistry, F. Bettelheim, W. Brown and J. March, Thomson
Brooks/Cole, 2010
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Safety goggles approved for Chemistry laboratory
Scientific calculator
Laboratory coat/apron
Donna Gibson/Wayne Pitcher
revised: 9/2005; 10/1/09